How can I send a test push notification to my own device?

There are a few ways to target your specific device for testing, depending on your technical comfort level.

Method 1: Add a Test Device (Technical)

This is the most precise method but requires getting your device's Hardware ID (HWID).

1. Obtain your device's HWID. You can find instructions on how to get this from your device's console logs in our documentation.
2. In your Pushwoosh Control Panel, navigate to the Test Devices section.
3. Add your device by entering its HWID.
4. Once added, you can select your device from the Test Devices list when sending a push to test it.

Another option for developers is to implement QR code scanning within the app to register test devices automatically.

Method 2: Create a Highly-Specific Segment (Non-Technical)

If you cannot easily get your device's HWID, you can create a user segment that is so specific it only contains your device.

1. In your Pushwoosh Control Panel, go to Segments and create a new segment.
2. Use the Segment Builder to add several filter conditions based on what you know about your device and its usage.
3. Combine filters to narrow down the audience. Good examples include:
   • City (e.g., the city you are currently in)
   • Device Model (e.g., iPhone 14 Pro)
   • Language (e.g., English)
   • Last Application Open (e.g., within the last hour)
4. Save the segment. When you send your push notification, choose this segment as your audience.